1230 Monroe Drive NE

RARE OPPORTUNITY for a LARGE home in VA HIGHLANDS UNDER A MILLION. CLOSE TO EVERYTHING! Live the ultimate Intown life in this historic brick home just a few blocks to Piedmont Park, the BeltLine, restaurants, and shopping. Located in highly sought-after Virginia Highland Elementary/Midtown school district, this home is an entertainer’s dream. Open-concept with a dramatic center staircase, this gorgeous house has been updated and includes a bedroom and full bath on the main level, as well as three bedrooms and two full baths on the second floor.
You have to see the inside! Freshly painted walls and newly refinished hardwoods cover this gorgeous house. Built circa 1920, this home exudes historic charm with original features like three brick fireplaces and original built-in shelving while providing the functionality of a spacious, open floor plan.
Open the gate to the fully fenced front yard and step onto the stone walkway where a stately double front porch with brick pillars greets you. Enter the foyer and find a grand space with high ceilings, a majestic center staircase, hardwood floors, and two gas fireplaces, one in each of the two front living/entertaining spaces. A butler’s pantry/dry bar takes you from the living room/dining to the kitchen which includes an original brick pillar, Five Star gas range and hood, newer LG stainless steel fridge, warming drawer, granite counters, and an island making it a perfect place for entertaining. The kitchen opens to a large dining area with two sets of french doors leading to the charming back porch - a relaxing spot for your morning coffee. Nestled just off the kitchen/dining is the keeping room/office nook.
The main level also features a full bathroom and bedroom/office with two closets. This room is so versatile. Make it an office, in-law suite, or play room. It’s a great flex space to modify as your life changes. French doors open off the bedroom to the second living space complete with transom windows and a large brick fireplace.
Upstairs, the over-sized primary bedroom includes a third gas fireplace. Relax in this expansive light-filled suite with a large walk-in closet and double patio doors to your huge second story balcony which stretches the width of the house. The balcony was totally rebuilt with new supports and tile flooring in January 2024.
Luxuriate in the fully tiled primary bathroom featuring a garden tub, separate shower, and double vanity. The second floor also includes two bedrooms connected by a tiled Jack-and-Jill bath and a hall laundry room with newer washer and dryer.
The gated driveway is accessed from Amsterdam Ave with ample parking for 5 or more cars including a covered area for two cars under the back porch. The basement, provides ample storage and potential for expansion, is accessible from the interior and exterior of the home. Two large exterior storage areas offer loads of space for bikes, lawnmowers, gardening tools, and more.
Just off the driveway is a fully fenced backyard perfect for parties! This house is a rare find in Morningside/Virginia Highlands. The location cannot be beat - close to everything - Piedmont Park, Botanical Gardens, the BeltLine, Trader Joe’s, Ansley Mall, Virginia Highlands Elementary, Midtown High and much more. Enjoy the best that Atlanta has to offer in this historic home by the park and BeltLine.